Quick and Crispy
French Fries
McCain's Quick and Crispy line delivers mouthwatering potato favorites in record time. From Quick Tasti Taters® to 5 Minute Fries, each product is crafted for rapid preparation without sacrificing flavor or texture. Made with 100% real potatoes and no artificial flavors, these Quick Cook options ensure you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious meals with family and friends.
Quick and Crispy French Fry FAQs
What are quick cook fries?
Quick cook fries are a type of French fries that are designed to cook faster than traditional fries. They are usually pre-cooked or partially cooked before being frozen, which speeds up the cooking process when you reheat them. This process allows for a faster preparation time while still delivering that crunchy, delicious texture we all love.
What’s the best way to cook fries quickly without oil?
Cooking fries quickly without oil is possible using several methods:
1. Air Frying:
- Method
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for optimal crispiness.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Cook for 6–8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Advantage
- Uses less oil than deep frying while still achieving a crispy, golden texture.
- Faster cooking time compared to baking, with a crunchier exterior.
- Even cooking due to 360-degree hot air circulation, eliminating the need to flip them as often.
2. Oven:
- Method
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light layer of oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange fries in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow even crisping.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes, flipping halfway through for uniform texture.
- Advantage
- A healthier alternative to deep frying as it significantly reduces oil content.
- Produces quality crispiness especially when using convection settings to circulate heat more efficiently.
- Allows for larger batch cooking, making it great for feeding multiple people at once.
Are there shortcuts to making quick home fries?
1. Air Fry for Speed: Air fry the diced frozen fries directly from frozen. The circulating hot air crisps them quickly with minimal oil.
2. Pan-Fry on High Heat: Use a hot cast-iron skillet for rapid browning and crisping. Ensure even heat to prevent burning.
3. Pre-Seasoning Advantage: Toss the diced frozen fries with oil and spices before 1. cooking to evenly distribute flavor.
4. Late-Stage Seasoning: If adding delicate spices, do so towards the end of cooking to prevent them from burning.